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Section 1 – FAMILIARIZATION

FIGURE 1.1 

1.1  INTRODUCTION 

This manual has been prepared for the operator’s of the 
Yard Vacuum. Its purpose, aside from recommending 
standard operating procedures and routine service 
requirements, is to promote SAFETY through the use of 
accepted operating practices. 

Read, Understand and 

Follow 

the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS on 

Pages 2 & 3 of this manual and 

All

SAFETY messages 

on the machine and its attachments before operating. 

2.2.2 NOMENCLATURE 

The nomenclature picture above, Figure 1.1, shows the 
essential parts of the Yard Vacuum. It is recommended 
that all operators of this equipment become thoroughly 
familiar with the controls, components, and operation of 
this machine before operating. Specific details involving 
the engine are found in the separate engine owner’s 
manual. Study these manuals before operating and 
keep both handy for future reference. 

ENGINE SPEED 
CONTROL

DEBRIS BAG 

HEIGHT
CONTROL

ENGINE 
PRIMER

DISCHARGE 
DOOR

VENT, WITH 
ZIPPERS

ACCESSORY PLUG

VACUUM 
NOZZLE

ENGINE SPEED CONTROL 

BRIGGS

(PRIMER)

HONDA 

(CHOKE)

STOP 

SLOW

FAST

CHOKE

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Rep

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Summary of Contents for 1696095

Page 1: ...ll power equipment can be dangerous if used improperly Also keep in mind that SAFETY requires careful use in accordance with the operating instructions and common sense NOTE Specifications are correct...

Page 2: ...ttachments Know the controls and the proper use of the machine before starting 2 Only mature responsible persons shall operate the machine and only after proper instruction 3 Data indicates that opera...

Page 3: ...prevent accidental starting 11 DO NOT start or operate machine with debris bag zipper open OPERATION Continued From Previous Column 12 Engine must be completely STOPPED before removing debris bag 13 D...

Page 4: ...EDULE 13 PRODUCT REGISTRATION FORM 14 WARNING GAS ENGINES MAY REQUIRE A SPARK ARRESTER If the engine on this machine is not equipped with a spark arrester and is to be used on any forest brush or gras...

Page 5: ...e control cables and place in the operating position Tighten the hardware securely 3 Attach the bag adapter to the discharge opening Open the discharge door and slide the adapter down over the two fla...

Page 6: ...2 2 2 NOMENCLATURE The nomenclature picture above Figure 1 1 shows the essential parts of the Yard Vacuum It is recommended that all operators of this equipment become thoroughly familiar with the co...

Page 7: ...ad understand and follow all instructions and warnings Keep these labels clean and legible at all times Replace any labels that are lost or can no longer be read IMPORTANT SAFETY OPERATING INSTRUCTION...

Page 8: ...starting engine The top rear corners of the bag are attached to the handles by using the cloth straps located near the top of the bag See Figures 2 2 and 2 3 2 1 4 Check engine oil and add oil as need...

Page 9: ...Vacuuming hard non organic debris will affect the life of your machine Sand is abrasive and will produce wear of items including the blower housing impeller and bag adapter 1 Adjust height of vacuum i...

Page 10: ...o drain into a pan Refer to the Engine Owners Manual for recommended oil change interval and oil specifications 3 2 2 SERVICE ENGINE AIR CLEANER The engine is equipped with a dual element air cleaner...

Page 11: ...ne crankshaft and remove impeller NOTE a puller may be required to remove the impeller from the crankshaft 6 Inspect the impeller blades hub keyway key and crankshaft for wear or damage Contact your a...

Page 12: ...fuel filter 7 Water debris or stale fuel in fuel system 7 Drain and clean fuel system Engine Loses 1 Excessive load on engine 1 Lessen load Power 2 Engine air pre cleaner or air cleaner dirty 2 Clean...

Page 13: ...X Engine Cooling System Clean Shrouds Fins Engine Manual X Debris Bag Adapter Clean and inspect Page 8 10 X X Inspect Machine Hardware Vibration Check for loose hardware vibration Page 10 X Change oil...

Page 14: ...TP 400 5085 C VA G Manual No 3004100 PUSH YARD VACUUM SERIES 0 4 3092649 14 N o t f o r R e p r o d u c t i o n...

Page 15: ...R 5 16 Split Lock 7 7091511 1 NUT 5 16 18 Hex GR5 or B 8 7075804 1 CABLE Height Adjust 9 7090505 1 SCREW 1 4 20 x 2 Hex Head Cap GR5 10 7075838 1 CABLE Throttle B S 11 7012080 3 CABLE TIE 7 12 7075891...

Page 16: ...ENGINE IMPELLER HOUSING WHEELS TP 400 5085 C VA G Manual No 3004100 PUSH YARD VACUUM SERIES 0 6 3092649 16 N o t f o r R e p r o d u c t i o n...

Page 17: ...ing 17 7023154 1 SCREW 10 32 x 5 8 Hex Head Self Tap 18 7025062 1 SPRING Compression 19 7091193 1 HAIRPIN 29 32 Cotter 20 7075802 1 PLATE Reinforcing 21 7044886 1 WELDMENT Cable Anchor 22 7058271 4 BO...

Page 18: ...DECALS TP 400 5085 C VA G Manual No 3004100 PUSH YARD VACUUM SERIES 0 10 3092649 18 N o t f o r R e p r o d u c t i o n...

Page 19: ...els only 9 7011279 1 DECAL 2005 YEAR OF MFG No longer available 10 7029784 1 DECAL DK Chute INT L Warning Euro models only 1 MANUAL OPS Leaf VAC 7050477 Not shown 1 MANUAL OPS Euro Leaf Vacuum 7050467...

Page 20: ...____________ Date of Purchase ___________________________________________________________ Retailer____________________________________________________________________ Retailer s Phone Number__________...

Page 21: ...__________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________ _____________...

Page 22: ...ou have any questions about your machine contact your local authorized dealer COPYRIGHT 2004 SNAPPER A DIVISION OF SIMPLICITY MFG INC ALL RIGHTS RESERVED MANUAL No 7050477 I R 9 17 04 WARNING ENGINE E...

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